Experts Criticize Celebrity-Endorsed “Hair Vitamins”

Celebrity-backed hair vitamins that promise to grow thick long hair is prompting skepticism from nutrition experts who warn consumers to beware of false claims.

The two biggest brands, SugarBearHair and Hairburst, say their vitamins will improve hair growth, according to a report on the BBC website.

Kylie Jenner (pictured) and other celebrities are paid to promote the hair vitamins to their millions of social media followers.

Kylie - who claims to be a "self-made" billionaire - said on social media: "SugarBearHair is one of my favorite hair care secrets and they are delicious."

Both brands list the same ingredients - biotin, vitamin B7 and vitamin B12 - which they claim improves overall hair health and growth.

But dietician Aisling Pigott-Jones urged consumers to use caution.

"If you're (vitamin) deficient you may have some hair loss, or some reduced growth, but taking biotin when you're not deficient isn't going to improve your hair health," Ms Pigott-Jones, of the British Dietetic Association, told BBC Wales' X-Ray program.

"There is nothing in this that would make your hair grow quicker or look better," she stressed.

"If you want to take multi-vitamins I would, [but] I always advise there is no pill that will replace a healthy balanced diet."

Hair stylist Matthew Arnold, of Cardiff's Bauhaus hair salon, also warned that celebrities advertising hair products on social media often wear wigs and have "teams of hairdressers."

"It could be a weave, it could be a wig, but again people are buying into that image that if they use these products they are going to get that sort of hair growth, which isn't always the case," Arnold said.

A Hairburst spokesman claimed his products contributes to the "maintenance of normal hair", which encourage overall healthier hair growth.

When asked if he was misleading consumers by using celebrities who wear hair weave and wigs, the spokesman said hair extensions could be a short-term solution for people waiting for their hair to grow.

Lmao smh ?????. Black women need to seek some self-esteem and stop falling for these snake oil schemes that promise hair growth. Ladies, you are not your hair. Lol

luVn_liFe…

SHOCKED! said No one

Yardgirl

Hair stylist Matthew Arnold, of Cardiff's Bauhaus hair salon, also warned that celebrities advertising hair products on social media often wear wigs and have "teams of hairdressers."
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The hair game is ridamdiculous!! Our women put zillions$$$$ into the pockets of people who don't even like us. I don't judge anyone for their hair "lifestyle" choices, but put some sense on it y'all!! I will drive out of my way to find a black owned beauty supply shop *shrugs*

SouthsideServesHerWell

It’s a scam.? I remember when Hairfinity was being talked about, I used it for a few days and it made my hair shed. It also caused me to have real bad acne. Threw it in the trash. Never again! However, I do use biotin daily and drink lots of water! lol

Seldomseen

Took prenatal vitamins up until a few years ago, when I realized they were causing more hair to grow on my chin than my head!

Guest

Lol. I take biotin. They make my nails grow faster than anything else. These celebrities been scammers.

Meme

?? see that's what id be scared of excess hair growing where it shouldn't

Renee26

I take Spring Valley brand Biotin 5000mcg and it has made my hair grow faster but not thicker. Nails always grew fast and strong though so I can't say I've noticed a difference there.

Renee26

Sometimes people just want to be attached to the celebrities name or the popular person's brand so they buy into the advertising antics.

jazmine

Yea idk why people recommend those. They're literally so your baby gets the nutrition they need and for your health with a growing person. Pregnant women APPEAR to have longer hair because it doesn't shed while pregnant..

I think there’s a lawsuit against hair infinity? Isn’t that the product that Alyssa Milano endorsed but her hair fell out?

iWasteTime

Girl!! that and the acne, I had to stop
Wasn't enough water in the world

Renee26

Downstairs

CookieMobster

My hairdresser suggests taking Biotin. I take it every day and my hair is LUXURIOUS

MrsSpice1

Because there vital to your babys growth and health ? while your pregnant!! And certain vitamins may cause different effects for each individual so please discuss with your doc if such vitamins ate good for YOU!! She ?? may not be immuned to such vitamins for her own personal reasons which is why shes having negative reactions! They also have liquid prenatal vitamins which I recommend more so because it goes directly into your blood stream and digest more effectively. People MUST realize what may work for others may not work for you that us whys it CRUCIAL to know your body and what you are or aren’t allergic to.

WutizstillHERE!

I didn't have the acne challenge... the wax job not lasting a week..nah that is an issue..also I have never been hairy on my legs and that is starting to grow and sometimes it looks like Im trying to grow a Billy Dee across my lip.. but maybe Im being paranoid..

WutizstillHERE!

Chiiillle brazillians are a waste of money right nah.. ROFL! Im checking on my uppa lip cuz I swear I think Im grownin a stash! Imma get me some electrolysis stat!

iWasteTime

Time Jr and I want a dog .Time Sr says Hell NO.
I'm about to make an indecent proposal

** he don't want one cause he know he will be the primary care giver of the dog we want. I mean he ain't wrong but ...

luVn_liFe…

woman DOGGS are alot of work and money!

WutizstillHERE!

Yes with Biotin.. the high the miligrams the more water you have to drink..

Yoni7

I'm with Time Sr. My co-worker over here smelling like one RIGHT NOW! I'm GROSSED OUT! I can TELL she has one. I BET if I ask her, she's going to say yes.

Anunnaki, in A twilight Zone

Cute pic sis

WutizstillHERE!

Yo yardy sooo true!

MrsSpice1

Thats why you dont follow after “celebrities” or anybody’s regimen but your own and the bs they promote that they dont even use or would never buy!!!!! Personally many ppl think that vitamins are magic pills and they are suppose to do all the work???!! You must have a good diet exercise drink water get vital sleep and try not to stress drink or smoke!! Theres many factors to why some women cannot grown thick long hair most importantly genetics ? !! Everybody is not suppose to have str8 hair to their butts or thick luscious wild curly hair! Just love what you got and work from there do your research on what will work for you and try to use more organic and natural products even consider making your own hair products which works even better!

Anunnaki, in A twilight Zone

Wait what is neck acne, goes to Google,

WutizstillHERE!

Thank you lovely! (HUUUGS)

iWasteTime

Hey sis
Did he reach out to you ... lol
I'm in the first house of my whole entire life
I want a DOG!!

Yoni7

I was looking at my chin like "While I was purchasing a massage for PP for her bday. I shoulda been checking into a face waxing price as well.......for myself." Sheesh! LOL

Yoni7

Big hurr, don't curr! LOL

Fire & Ice

Cute ?. Your hair is thick and beautiful!

Yoni7

You gone let it lay in yo bed with you?

WutizstillHERE!

Girl.. it is crazy when you see that peach fuzz trying to pop up..

finallymadeitn

They are very expensive. I spend $150 a month on just healthcare and grooming for my 2 toy yorkies. That's not including food, toys, clothes (yes I'm one of them ??)or additional medications.

Yoni7

I'm not here for it.

WutizstillHERE!

This my rebel fro when Im mad at these peoples at work.. LOL!

CoTToNCaNDie SWeeTAsGolD

Cute Cute!

Yoni7

I thought that first pic was a microscopic enhancement of larvae on some hair follicles.

iWasteTime

No. All that is weird to me ..lol
I just want a mid size dog that I can name Dutch and we can chill. I even tried to sell it as Jr being responsible. Sr said have him take out the trash *wail*

They have been peddling that bullshyt since the 80's....and blame some of that false advertisement on Korean Beauty Supply Stores...because they place that garbage right next to the register...so you can see it. Also if you believe celebrities when it comes to your body and well being...than that is on you!!!

Faux Gibbler

I will never take the advice off a Kardashian, a Jenner, an Influencer or anyone on the Internet with a ton of followers cuz you know they being paid.

WutizstillHERE!

Thank you Cotton Candieeee

Fire & Ice

Not Popeyes chicken sis LOL

Yoni7

Dutch? I knew a friend with a chow named Dutchess. She was cute but, nope. Speaking of Dutch.....have you ever read the book/series? It's guud.

Yup, I said it

We need one on when Howard's dragged Porsha Williams. Thst was news to me.

iWasteTime

Y'all working for Sr.
My bestie has a little dog. 50 on his hair cut .. eek

WutizstillHERE!

Im frfr getting electrolysis. I have a black Dermatologist and she helped me with my hair growth and next will be helping me remove some!

Slim Goodie

Just use biotin and be done with it...

iWasteTime

My dream was two dogs Dutch and Master ( see what I did there ) .. lol
I've not but I'll look into it. Same writer as true to the game right ?

Seldomseen

Come thru with the medical minute! Each one, teach one in the Garden

WutizstillHERE!

Girrrlll LOL it was all bad! LOL!!

Topic Influencer

Im sorry. Some of them do work no matter who in the hell is endorsing them. I miss the old original formula Nioxin pills. Would have your ass growing hair. Hair on your toes. They worked. Really did.

SouthsideServesHerWell

Lol...I don’t know for sure. I know mine started to shed after a few days of taking it. Very bad acne too.

Yoni7

I see. I see. LOL My brother had two Doberman's....."King and Dubay" LOVED THEM! But they were OUTSIDE dogs. LOL
I believe so.

Slim Goodie

Wow so that's what's happening to me?! My hair is beautiful but I have been getting acne to where I've stopped wearing makeup which helps. Can't win for losing! LOL

Soleil Indigo

Just like I watched 9 black women stand in line at 930 in the morning waiting for this Asian nail salon to open. I walked by and saw them [Asians] in the shop. I would NEVER have my clients waiting like that. The shop is filthy and unorganized, wanted to charge me $57 for ombre powder nails and I politely walked out and told the women when they ready to stop being taken advantage of, come see me. I'm still building my manicurist business and a few took my card but it's hard out here to get our own to support us EVEN AFTER THEY ARE BEING indirectly spat on.

Yardgirl

Beautiful sis!! Your skin and hair is flawless!!

SouthsideServesHerWell

I don’t think it’s black owned, but everyone was endorsing it. All the celebs, I should have known better. lol

Guest

I think Keisha Knight Pulliam endorses it too.

finallymadeitn

I used to pay that much somesomet more for just one dog. But I got a place do so much better for $35 per dog. I get mine groomed every 4-5 weeks bc we don't like brushing them & they don't like being brushed. ????

Darkandlovely617?

Hey gorgeous ?

Seldomseen

I hate that started going to a cheaper place for my Brazilian look like hair grew back 3 days later. You get what you pay for

Dub24 has her a fur baby. At first I was like ummm girl you can bare-lee feed your own damn self so how you gonna feed a little dog. bc if you dont, they gonna lock your ass up and you stay over HERE getting people food. So what the dog gonna eat? But she loves the little dog. it has pet insurance and everything. not gonna throw in there that HER HUMAN ASS ON MY HEALTH INSURANCE but she loves it and the widdle dog loves her back

SouthsideServesHerWell

I agree!

PlayerP

Hexity ca-yute!

iWasteTime

The higher the MG the more water you have to drink

Yardgirl

Good luck to you sis, if you were in my area I would definitely come through!! My friend's daughter is doing her own nails and she does a pretty good job with the ombre powder!! Why do we insist on giving our money to these rude ass people?? SMH

ShelbyMoore

Anything the KarJenWhores endorse should go through one ear and come out the other because those heffas put money over everything else.

PlayerP

All dependents are expensive

NeverSurprised

It's scary how people will blindly purchase products because of celebrity endorsements.

With tv commercials, there's a natural barrier between the ad and the consumer. But with SM, consumers feel they actually KNOW these celebs. They buy crap like flat tummy tea and 310 shakes JUST because one of the Housewives or some other reality "star" promotes them with photoshopped weight loss photos. Scary.

Wreckognize Game

Happy Birthday handsome!

ShelbyMoore

And that's why my shat is natural. And if I find out a black hair product company that I use has been sold to a white one, I stop using the products.

PlayerP

Try MSM and copper...numerous benefits for the body. Both of these would also help to clear the skin.

PlayerP

Hey pretty..skin is flawless

iWasteTime

I like that too.. lol
We can't do outside dogs over here.
Wypipo call the cops and I think there is an ordinance

Wreckognize Game

Check the earlier posts from this week.

http://sandrarose.com SandraRose

Happy birthday to little WUT2! ???

NeverSurprised

The food, grooming and medical care is VERY expensive. But you fall in love with them and it feels like your child is ill or hungry, so you lavish the same things on the dog that you would on another child.

But you get soooo much unequivocal love back from dogs. I'm still grieving my fur baby Simba who died of cancer 7 years ago. It was just like losing a child.

MsSapphire9800

Anything any celebrity endorse should not be trusted...they are all about money.

I got major zits on my neck after taking biotin...I stopped taking it and it went away...not trying that again...

luVn_liFe…

there are two dogs in my house.. neither I wanted..
1 is Sepia an german short haired pointer.. my hubs searched high and low for her he was suppose to be solely responsible for her.. not the case

2 is Modello a dachshund who I rescued and was suppose to find a good home for.. my hubby got attached to him and now he's ours since Nov. they require SO much attention,walks,energy just BLAH!

MJF

Two Words: Fyre Festival. It shows you that in 2019, people will believe and buy from IG influencers. Sad but that's reality... people buy what celebs endorse.

WutizstillHERE!

Thank you Sandra! (HUUGS

luVn_liFe…

your first morning urine on a cotton ball, blot it on your face in the mornings wash it off when you shower and it will clear up your skin in a few weeks nicely

WutizstillHERE!

Thank you!!!

WutizstillHERE!

Thank you PlayerP!

NeverSurprised

He's ADORABLE!!!!! Happy Birthday little man!????

WutizstillHERE!

Thank you! He is my lil heart!

Anunnaki, in A twilight Zone

Well dam. Lol

Yardgirl

Me too!! We have to stand for something sis!!

luVn_liFe…

cthu!!! I luv that WUT lol

Topic Influencer

Awe man. Another Ides of March baby! He gonna be extra smart! Happy bday to him

WutizstillHERE!

Thank you SIS! (HUUGS)

WutizstillHERE!

This little boy loves all electronics. I had to get him a tablet. I put a bunch of games on it for toddlers and thats his world..puzzles puzzles puzzles

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

Cheaper to order online because that black shop owner buys mostly ALL their products in bulk from Asian people???

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

Keep your head AND stay focused??

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

Force of habit..

Topic Influencer

Today Dub24 daddy bday.

He is a Sr. IT Analyst. Why I said you got a smart one for sure lol. He been taking computers apart and rebuilding them in his spare time for over 20 years now lol. All tech. All.the.TIME

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

While I understand, at the end of the day, most black owned product creators are trying to make a buck and not trying to build an empire!

Shea moisture sold their business but I believe the owner is on the board of the new company.
Not sure if Carols daughter has done the same thing or is going to but money talks, BS walks???

Topic Influencer

He is. So bute!

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

Nah, you thinking about Wenn products

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

A friend of mine has a beard and I think my SIl has one too but I think its natural?????

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

Yousa BRAVE Sista posting a pic on the interwebs! Either way, cute pic!

Seldomseen

Lol

Reina1718

This generation is do gullible! Jus like flat tummy tea, was trainer, those push up bras all for a quick buck!

T3

Exactly! Now I work at a middle school and my students are very impressionable. But it never ceases to amaze me how impressionable grown arse ppl are! Like, seriously! All these ppl rocking Fashion Nova would drag ppl who shop at Rainbow, CitiTrends, etc. But FN is the same ol "cheap" clothes. GTFOH!

MsPam

HBD cutie! I wish I had that cupcake/ cake. I’m hungry!

T Willis

I saw a hair “hack” for using those yeast infection kits “monistat “? That ladies were putting in their scalps and they swore that their hair grew 10x quicker. Someone mentioned that the reason why so many black women saw hair growth was because a lot of black women have infections in their scalp and those anti-bacteria/fungal ointments cure the ailment that also blocks the hair growth????? Lol I wondered if it was really true because most black girls rarely CLEAN their hair. Choosing instead to wash/clean it 1-2x a month or just adding conditioner to it. I wondered if that oil/dirt could manifest into bacteria/fungal issues. Meanwhile, I wash my hair at least 2x a week and saw the greatest hair growth when I was washed it everyday. And when I say wash, I mean CLEANSE it with a moisturizing shampoo and followed up with moisturizing conditioner/leave in conditioner. A lot of black ppl adhere to outdated practices or they use products that dry their hair out, causing breakage and fragility.

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

What kind are you using and what mg?

Alextra Ballard

Celebrities be endorsing shidt that they don't use themselves..I ain neva been that gullible to fall for their lies

Reina1718

Like that trim spa they use to endorse, knowing they got surgery

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

Thought she was a sista...?

luVn_liFe…

very good post, a few years ago we talked about the monistat on the scalp right here in the rose garden.. all that you posted makes sense.

luVn_liFe…

CTHU!!!! she is. lol

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

They do?

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

Real TALK ???

luVn_liFe…

yeah man.. Im waiting for another hour to walk these two shYte heads now. for Fcuk sakes.. I just wann lay on this couch and do nothing, but THEY Have to be walked and get some energy out

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

Im so sorry and they are like children with fur??

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

They cant WAIT either lol!

ShelbyMoore

Hell yea! They aren't for me or mine so I'm not fattening their pockets anymore. They got me for years with the weaves and perms until I awoken to their bullshat.

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

Happy Birthday ?????

ShelbyMoore

And why are people so dumb anyway? They know those bishes are addicted to plastic surgery and they still follow behind them and waste their money. These bishes let you know daily just how rich they are while your dumb as$ is sitting at work slaving. People need to pay attention!

ShelbyMoore

Exactly!

luVn_liFe…

you must have a dog.. when my dogs see the tennis shoes and gear on, they start pacing and wagging their tails so hard,lol

To much crazy bs is going on to be trusting anything anybody selling! Sh!t might wake you up a week later talkin bout you a baby possum..

WutizstillHERE!

Thank you!

WutizstillHERE!

Girl didn't he make that cupcake look delicious! he has a blue face and tongue tint now lol

WutizstillHERE!

OH wow! tell him happy birthday! And that is totally encouraging.. he is a very swift learner and strong willed too lol!

MsSapphire9800

Anna Nicole started that bs with Trim Spa..the only difference is when she did it the internet was not really popular...and let's face..white people know that family has mass followers. Consumers has to take responsibility for their willingness for quick fixes in their lives.

http://thedevereauxshow.com Ms.Devereaux

??? or a deerbra deer/zebra

http://thedevereauxshow.com Ms.Devereaux

Quick question. Who buying this shiiiiiiit?

Topic Influencer

Your bday today too?

JazzyBossyJen

Deadass! I’m good with Water! ??

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

A BIG German Shepherd named Bella Bear ?

Darkandlovely617?

Yes, 34th

NeverSurprised

You're very kind. Thank you!!!

He was a chow chow whom I found as a stray when he was 2. He lived to be 15 (very old for a chow) before finally succumbing to cancer. I was by his side stroking his face and whispering "I love you" over and over when they finally put him down. He was SUCH a sweet dog.

Anyone that try to come between lil man and his cupcake will be missing a fanger. Lol.

luVn_liFe…

thank you, renovated almost a year ago.. i didnt care about brown floors for resale value. i aint selling my crib I wanted the black floor dang it!

MsPam

Yep

finallymadeitn

Yes, every month.

ClaireHuxtable

K1ller would think she was in Doggie Heaven if I spent that much on her per month!

Seldomseen

Cute T Pie!

Seldomseen

Baby I ?? my black manicurist! Those Asians would not spit on us, if we were on fire. I reluctantly go when I need hair for braids. I go way out of my way to a store where they are friendly and provide good customer service.

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

Hey you!
This brought a HUGE smile to my face because that picture reminds me of how my little is with Bella. Two peas in a pod??

PetiteButterScotch

Eat healthy, practice Ayurvedic methods..
I have not straightened my hair in almost 2 years and wash my hair with aloe vera juice and coconut milk amd use amla, brahmi, neem, and herbs n my curls are thriving, however—My diet has been complete shit n I eat a lot of sugar...so my hair should be waaaay longer than it is..if ur not healthy inside it will show on the outside. There are many natural items that can help grow and transition your hair! I’m addicted to diy hair masks and growth oils. Eating healthier is a major key though !

Darkandlovely617?

Thank you doll?

Darkandlovely617?

Thanks babe?

Darkandlovely617?

Thanks honeybun?

ClaireHuxtable

little who?

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

My little one

Brown & Proud

There is no magic pill.. Idk why people haven't realized this by 2019. Eat fruits, veggies, herbs, and spices.. Drink plenty of water and it'll show on your body, skin, hair and nails. It's not rocket science.
I find it funny a fake like Kylie Jenner is shilling hair pills when she constantly wears fake hair. Anyone that would buy into that crap is a damn fool.. Tell em I got bridges for sale! ?

Fodderwing

K...I am pseudo-obsessed with my hair growth. Over the past 20 years (I started trying out Vitamin E, Hair Skin and Nails supplement, biotin, Vitamin D3, prenatal vitamins) I have compared my hair and nail growth against one another and in combination with one another...and hands down pre-natal vitamins deliver the best results. I get them from my co-op...do not trust the crap from big name stores.

I agree with the readers who co-sign healthy eating and living habits, as well. That is the foundation of strong cellular output in all regards.

Fodderwing

I would LOVE to see what all those K-hoes look like in real life. I sort of think without all the filters, fillers and fakery they’d look like the muppets.

The Chosen 1.

Lmfao

Reina1718

Oh yeah i kno, i meant it as the always promote fake ish

Yardgirl

How did you find her? I actually found a white girl st a Spa who is really good (and she can’t talk about me while doing my nails like those others do!) but I would rather give my business to my own???

Seldomseen

I worked near the area at one point. She is in a spot with other black stylist. There are a few at the Woodhouse where I go for massages.

Desi

Lacefront=Hair pill.

Yardgirl

Facts!!

Brown & Proud

They do! Esp when they attempt to smile ..
My sis in law has a best friend that gets lip injections, let me tell you that ish is terrible in real life. Her lips are all stiff, be looking mad funny when she talks and smiles. She thinks she looks cute but all I can do is chuckle when I see her. Straight Muppet baby ??

ShadesofEMPRESS

Lmaoooooooooooooooooooo

ShadesofEMPRESS

All of this. Tell them!

ShadesofEMPRESS

Girls that preach hair growth stay in a wig. Make it make sense.

ShadesofEMPRESS

I been eating healthy, living healthy, and drinking waters not soda I see the difference.

Logan Roberts

Some people are leaders and others are sheep. Nothing new.

Juslv374

Well, those vitamins work very well for some. Others not so much. They have to be used in conjunction with a healthy diet and hair care regimine that works for your individual hair type.

hottlanta

Can l come get em. I used 2 b a girl snob bcas l wanted Lilhots 2 have a granddaughter so the world can have another lil me. But l am loving grandhots 2 death.

ClaireHuxtable

U got a baby?!! A real one?! Awww...
How old is he or she?

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

Lol! What??? Of course I do! Im a real person?.
She is 4

ClaireHuxtable

How sweeet!! 4 years old is such a precious time!
I never see U post anything baby-ish. U've been keeping secrets, Iya...

IyanlaVanzantoftheInterWebs

I dont because I dont trust the internet BUT my baby bears are PRECIOUS ?